Pre-orders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 were originally scheduled to go live globally on April 9. However, due to economic disruptions caused by Trump's tariffs, Nintendo had to delay pre-orders in the U.S. and subsequently in Canada. Meanwhile, pre-orders proceeded as planned in other regions, including the UK.
According to a FAQ on Nintendo’s website, the first batch of invitations for pre-orders will start being sent out on May 8, 2025, through the My Nintendo Store. There is currently no information available regarding retail pre-orders. Nintendo plans to send additional batches of invitation emails "periodically" until pre-orders are opened to everyone on the My Nintendo Store.
The initial invitation emails will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis to "eligible registrants who meet the priority criteria." Those invited will have 72 hours from the time the email is sent to complete their purchase.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Invitation Priority Requirements:
- You must have purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership.
- You must have maintained any paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for at least 12 months.
- You must have opted in to share gameplay data and have accumulated at least 50 hours of total gameplay.
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There has been no official announcement from Nintendo regarding changes to the previously announced pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2, its games, and accessories. Some industry analysts have expressed concerns that the ongoing tariff war might force Nintendo to raise the base price of the Switch 2 beyond $449.99, but no final decision has been confirmed by the company.
Notably, Nintendo is offering a limited-time bundle that includes the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World for $499.99, effectively reducing the game's price by $30.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing in the U.S.:
- Nintendo Switch 2 by itself: $449.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World bundled in: $499.99
- Mario Kart World by itself: $79.99
- Donkey Kong Bananza: $69.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: $49.99
- Joy-Con 2 Controller pair: $89.99
- Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip: $34.99
- Joy-Con 2 Strap: $12.99
- Joy-Con 2 Wheel pair: $19.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set: $109.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case and Screen Protector: $34.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case: $79.99
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter: $29.99
IGN has provided extensive coverage on Nintendo's decision to increase game prices to $80 for the Switch 2, including insights from analysts who explain the reasoning behind this move.
Additionally, former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Nintendo's decision to charge for the Switch 2 tutorial game, Welcome Tour, by drawing parallels to the success of the Wii pack-in game, Wii Sports, through his social media posts.
